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LAURDIMONIUM HYDROXYPROPYL RICE STARCH.

Insufficient Data / SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN PROTECTING

LAURDIMONIUM HYDROXYPROPYL RICE STARCH is a modified rice starch derivative that primarily acts as a film former, creating a protective barrier on the skin. It also provides moisturizing, soothing, and calming benefits, alongside absorbing excess oil for a mattifying finish.

Summary

Skin conditioning Film former Moisturizing Soothing Calming Oil absorption Gentle exfoliation Protective barrier formation Antistatic Hair conditioning

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient functions by forming a lightweight film on the skin's surface, which contributes to a protective barrier and enhances moisture retention. It is attributed with nourishing, hydrating, and calming properties, helping to alleviate irritation and redness. Additionally, it absorbs excess sebum, delivering a mattifying effect, and can facilitate gentle exfoliation.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

Hydroxypropylation generally enhances the ingredient's hydrophilicity, water solubility, and freeze-thaw stability, while simultaneously reducing retrogradation.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Insufficient data
Sensitization risk Unknown

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel has not provided a specific 'safe as used' conclusion for LAURDIMONIUM HYDROXYPROPYL RICE STARCH due to insufficient data. However, the CIR Panel generally deems most polysaccharide gums, including rice starch and hydroxypropyl starch, safe under current usage practices. Concerns were noted regarding potential impurities from alkylating agents used in modification, recommending adherence to good manufacturing practices. Native Oryza Sativa (rice) starch is affirmed as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA as a direct food additive.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Unknown
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Insufficient Data

Despite exhibiting a broad range of potential benefits for skin conditioning, moisturizing, and oil absorption, a comprehensive safety and efficacy profile for LAURDIMONIUM HYDROXYPROPYL RICE STARCH is currently limited by insufficient specific data from regulatory assessments.

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